The Rise Of Modern Religious Ideas

By Arthur Cushman McGiffert

Book Overview

The Rise of Modern Religious Ideas, written by Arthur Cushman McGiffert, is a comprehensive exploration of the development of religious thought from the Reformation to the present day. The book traces the evolution of religious ideas and beliefs, examining the impact of historical events and social changes on religious thought.McGiffert begins by examining the religious landscape of Europe in the 16th century, exploring the emergence of Protestantism and the challenges it posed to the established Catholic Church. He then moves on to the Enlightenment, the rise of science and reason, and the impact of these developments on religious thought.The book also examines the influence of Romanticism and other cultural movements on religious ideas, as well as the impact of modernity and globalization on religion in the 20th century. Throughout the book, McGiffert explores the tensions and conflicts that have arisen between different religious traditions and the ways in which these conflicts have shaped religious thought.Overall, The Rise of Modern Religious Ideas is a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of the evolution of religious thought over the past five centuries. It is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of religion and the ways in which religious ideas have shaped and been shaped by the world around us.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1419151274
• ISBN13: 9781419151279
• Release Date: June 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 328 Pages
• Weight: 1.06 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"